Joseph Delaplaine to Thomas Jefferson, 23 May 1813
From Joseph Delaplaine
Philadelphia May 23d 1813
Sir,
I have commenced the publication of a series of engraved portraits of the eminent men of our country by Mr Edwin & Leney in their best style.
Have the goodness to inform me whether there is an approved likeness of yourself, who painted by, & in whose possession it is.
I think I have understood Mr Rembrandt Peale has some time ago obtained your permission to sit for a portrait.
Hoping to hear from you on the subject,
I remain, dear sir, With great respect Your obed. sert
Joseph Delaplaine |
Bookseller |
South west Corner 7th & Chesnut streets |
Philadelphia |
RC (DLC); at foot of text: “Thomas Jefferson Esqre”; endorsed by TJ as received 28 May 1813 and so recorded in SJL.